Broad Therapy

22/09/2024

The "big coat" is back, the boots are on, the electric blanket is warming my bed. Personally, I enjoy autumn - snuggly blankets and hot chocolate!

But it can be easier to slip into low mood and depression in the "ber" months, as the nights draw in and we are battered by the wind and rain.

So I've written a blog to share my top tips for looking after your mental health this autumn. Please find my blog here

https://broadmindtherapy.com

20/08/2024

This is one way which can calm the mind.

If your teenager is feeling overwhelmed about GCSE results this week, show them this grounding technique. It’s called the alphabet game – and it was a game changer for 16 year old Kerry.

20/08/2024

The pressure starts young. Wouldn’t it be great if we were also helped to manage the anxiety and the pressure.

It’s something that therapy can help you to learn, you’re never too old to find some better ways to manage.

Fewer high-pressure exams. More focus on preparing you for life beyond school. Less anxiety, fear, burnout and overwhelm. More space for joy. More freedom to explore and make mistakes. More room for mental health and wellbeing.

These are urgent changes that we are asking the Government to make.

09/07/2024

If you want any space to talk through your grief then therapy is a great place to do that. 07763708345

https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/article/2024/jul/07/i-was-alone-in-my-grief-when-my-parents-died-but-missing-them-gave-me-the-answer?CMP=share_btn_url&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0rSpjspqXUx8QrfZ_K94vbrnlL1bB_Q4KdTXnmWCkt_XjRogL7QYq1Qwk_aem_I_ug3s4AdKPKhnMvK1aEaQ

As an only child, when my mum and dad both died within three months of each other, the walls of my reality crumbled – suddenly, I was an adult orphan

06/07/2024

Looking after your mental health doesn’t have to be taxing. Simple changes can make a difference.

14/06/2024

Recent local events have made me think about how important it is for everyone to have a space place to talk.

I offer a short free initial consultation to see if we suit working together. Feel free to contact me.

04/06/2024

Be careful with the stories you tell yourself, your mind is always listening and remembering. I am here to support you in learning how to seperate the emotions from the story you tell yourself - broadtherapy@gmail.com or 07763 708345 for a free short initial consultation.

“Studies show that most emotions last no longer than 90 seconds unless we attach stories to them. You feel lonely—and this will pass quickly unless you add a story about how you’re lonely because you’re unlovable and worthless and nobody will ever love you and you’re going to be alone forever.

When you attach to the story, you suffer without need and the suffering can last years.

But you don’t have to choose to suffer. Your soul can find peace, comfort, and stillness even in the most difficult times if you’re able to choose to view your emotions as a witness."

—Lissa Rankin

artwork by Dániel Taylor

03/06/2024

Trigger Warning: Su***de.

Was sad to read how high the su***de rate is right now. Please reach out and start talking. If not to me then to another therapist.

These are such powerful photos with a powerful message.

My local newspaper shared the testimony of a Mum who has sadly lost her son recently.

It was a complete shock to her as there has been no indication that he was feeling sad or depressed.

As these powerful photos show, suicidal doesn't always look suicidal.

As a tribute to him and his family, I wanted to share these photos with you and the message from CALM
"By starting a conversation, we can all help stop su***de. By removing the stigma that surrounds su***de, we can make it an everyday conversation. we can make it easier for everyone to talk about how they’re feeling. Openly. Without judgement. Without shame. So that no one has to struggle on their own."

https://www.facebook.com/share/CLcQvKGGc5P1dA3m/?mibextid=WC7FNe

Suicidal doesn’t always look suicidal. Find out how you can save a life.

29/05/2024